Her personal life has included two marriages and periods of intense public scrutiny. She first married her university sweetheart, Jamie Gilbert, in 2012 after meeting at Oxford University. The couple separated in late 2013, shortly after her appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, and finalized their divorce in 2014.
At the time, media speculation linked the split to the so-called “Strictly curse,” but she has consistently rejected that narrative. Instead, she explained that taking part in the show gave her the emotional distance and clarity needed to recognize that the relationship was already failing. According to her, Strictly did not cause the breakup—it simply helped her see the situation more clearly.
In 2013, she met professional dancer Pasha Kovalev while partnered with him on Strictly Come Dancing. Their relationship developed gradually, and they married in 2019. Together, they have two daughters, Maven and Noa, and she frequently speaks about the strength of their partnership and the importance of creating a secure, loving home.